Gibson`s 2017 lineup features 24 models, spread over six series. The heavily updated J series and brand new HP series are the stars of this year`s catalog.
Gibson`s 2017 lineup is 24 models strong, featuring updates across six major series: Jumbo, Super Jumbo, Songwriter, Hummingbird, L and brand new HP. Seven models make up Jumbo series` roster (J-15, J-35, J-45 Standard, J-45 Cutaway, J-45 Progressive, J-45 Custom, J-45 Vintage) four novelties update the Super Jumbo line (SJ-100 Walnut, SJ-200 Standard, SJ-200 Vintage, Bob Dylan SJ-200 Player`s Edition), along with only three Songwriter acoustic-electrics (Songwriter Studio, Songwriter Studio EC, Songwriter Studio Cutaway Progressive). Only two models will be available in Hummingbird series this year (Hummingbird Standard and Hummingbird Vintage) and three small-bodies constitute the L series roster (LG-2 American Eagle, L-00 Standard and L-00 Vintage). The new, modern HP series kicks off with five new acoustic electric models (HP 415 W, HP 635 W, HP 665 SB, HP 735 R, HP 835 Supreme).
Gibson J-15 is the most affordable model of this year`s lineup, with the starting price set at $1,499. It sports a walnut/spruce body and maple neck with walnut fingerboard on top. High quality L.R. Baggs electronics and walnut bridge are also featured on this short-scaled dreadnought flat-top. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-15 detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-35 is some $350 more expensive than the opening J-15 model. It sports vintage styling and 1930s styling, including a firestripe pickguard and period-correct advanced X-bracing. The body is made of solid Sitka spruce and mahogany back and sides, with L.R. Baggs electronics discreetly tucked under the hood. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-35 detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-45 Standard, Gibson`s “workhorse” guitar will be at the forefront of 2017 lineup. With price set at $2,399 it will be an intermediate option. Main features include discreet L.R. Baggs electronics with soundhole controls, round-shouldered body made of traditional materials (mahogany & spruce), Grover tuners and fast slim taper neck. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-45 detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-45 Cutaway is a single-cut variant of the J-45 Standard model. For the first time ever, after 75 years, the legendary “Workhorse” is upgraded with a cutaway body. Other than that, the Standard and Cutaway have the same specs, same tonewoods, same hardware and same electronics layout. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-45 Cutaway detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-45 Progressive is made with contemporary player in mind. Classic J-45 design is combined with modern electronics and hardware for maximum effect. Some of the most interesting features of this modern classic include tune-o-matic saddles on the standard wooden bridge, robotic G-Force tuners and L.R. Baggs electronics. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-45 Progressive detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-45 Custom is an exclusive acoustic-electric, built on the classic 45 platform. The main upgrade is use of solid rosewood for back and sides. Fingerboard and bridge are made of rosewood, as well. Other important features also include a firestripe pickguard, L.R. Baggs VTC pickup, Grover tuning machines (plated in gold) and Tusq nut and saddle. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-45 Custom detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson J-45 Vintage is the most expensive one among the currently available 45 models, rocking a $3,999 price tag. Vintage offers thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top, hot hide glue construction, period correct tuning machines and hand-shaped nut and saddle. Hand-sprayed VOS finish adds the final touch. For further info and a complete list of specs check J-45 Vintage detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson SJ-100 Walnut comes in as the most affordable of four Super Jumbo models for this year, with the price tag set at $2,999. While not exactly an affordable guitar, this SJ offers American tonewoods (claro walnut, Sitka spruce), L.R. Baggs electronics and premium hardware (granadillo bridge, Grover tuners). For further info and a complete list of specs check SJ-100 Walnut detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson SJ-200 Standard is a continuation of the legacy of the “King of the Flat Tops”. Only the finest tonewoods, hardware and electronics are used for this beauty. Some of the most interesting features include a classic pickguard, rosewood fingerboard with rolled edges, Grover tuners and L.R. Baggs electronics. For further info and a complete list of specs check SJ-200 Standard detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson SJ-200 Vintage is the most expensive model in 2017 lineup, coming in at $5,499 (the only model above the 5K mark). Premium features include vintage hot hide glue construction, thermally aged Adirondack spruce top, hand-sprayed VOS finish, hand-painted pickguard and vintage tuners. Lacking electronics, this exclusive SJ remains faithful to the pre-war classic. For further info and a complete list of specs check SJ-200 Vintage detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Bob Dylan SJ-200 Player`s Edition is the only signature model in this year`s lineup. Players who decide to spend $4,999 on this exclusive flat-top can expect solid maple/spruce construction (AAA grade flame maple and Adirondack spruce), L.R. Baggs electronics, traditional construction and customized inlays and marquetry. For further info and a complete list of specs check Bob Dylan Player`s Edition detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Songwriter Studio is one of three Songwriter models available this year. It features a regular set of Studio-level features, packed in a non-cutaway dreadnought guitar. These include, but are not limited to L.R Baggs VTC electronics (w/soundhole controls), oiled fingerboard & bridge, rosewood-made body back, sides, fingerboard and bridge. For further info and a complete list of specs check Songwriter Studio detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Songwriter Studio Cutaway costs some $150 more than the regular Studio. Fishman`s PreFix T electronics system (w/shoulder-mounted preamp) replaces VTC system with soundhole controls. Materials are the same (rosewood/spruce body, mahogany neck), as is the Antique Natural color option. Gold-plated Grover tuners and rosewood bridges complete both models. For further info and a complete list of specs check Songwriter Studio Cutaway detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Songwriter Cutaway Progressive comes in at $3,349 and brings all high tech goods of the Progressive class with it. Single-cut Songwriter body is made of rosewood and Sitka spruce and features L.R. Baggs Lyric electronics system, rosewood bridge with tune-o-matic saddles and tortoise pickguard. G-Force tuners, mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard complete this super-modern flat-top. For further info and a complete list of specs check Songwriter Cutaway Progressive detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Hummingbird Standard continues the legacy of the popular Hummingbird. Compact-sized and dreadnought-shaped body is equipped with L.R. Baggs electronics (Gibson`s favorite amplification brand), hand-sprayed finish and ornate pickguard. Other notable features include Grover Rotomatic tuning machines, belly-shaped rosewood bridge and 20-fret fingerboard (also made of rosewood). For further info and a complete list of specs check Hummingbird Standard detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson Hummingbird Vintage is among the most expensive Gibson Acoustic models this year ($4,249). Like the rest of the “Vintage” class models, this exclusive Hummingbird features thermally aged spruce top, hand-sprayed VOS finish, oiled bridge & fingerboard and hand-made pickguard, saddle and nut. No electronics are featured on this model. For further info and a complete list of specs check Hummingbird Vintage detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson LG-2 American Eagle is the first of three small-bodied entries for this year. It is the most affordable one, with price set at $1,899. This handcrafted flat-top brings the classic tonewood combination (mahogany/Sitka spruce/rosewood), L.R. Baggs electronics (w/soundhole controls), traditional styling and a huge tone. For further info and a complete list of specs check LG-2 American Eagle detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson L-00 Standard is based on the classic pre-war L-00, and enhanced with modern electronics and hardware which are taken over from the iconic J-45. Notable features include classic tonewoods, L.R. Baggs electronics, tortoise pickguard and bone nut & saddle. Color palette is limited to high gloss Vintage Sunburst finish. For further info and a complete list of specs check L-00 Standard detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson L-00 Vintage tops the small body lineup. Like the rest of the “Vintage” models, it sports pre-war styling and tone, as well as construction techniques. Thermally aged Adirondack top, hot hide glue construction, hand-sprayed Vintage Sunburst finish, wider string spacing, “V” neck profile and relic style tuners are just some of the classic appointments featured on this exquisite 00. For further info and a complete list of specs check L-00 Vintage detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson HP 415 W is the starting model of the new HP line. It costs $1,599 and brings modern electronics and vintage styling and tone. Electronics unit is L.R. Baggs` Element w/soundhole controls and ¼” mono output jack. Walnut/spruce body, maple neck and walnut fingerboard and bridge make up the chassis. For further info and a complete list of specs check HP 415 W detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson HP 635 W is one of two “walnut” models within the HP series` lineup. Like the rest of the 2017 “walnut” models from other series, HP`s Ws form the entry tier. 635 comes in with a single-cut dreadnought body (w/spruce top), L.R. Baggs Element pickup/preamp set and Grover Rotomatic tuners. For further info and a complete list of specs check HP 635 W detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson HP 665 SB is the only jumbo-shaped model featured in HP series` lineup. It starts at $1,999 and is the most affordable one with rosewood back and sides (415 and 635 have walnut bodies). Spruce top, L.R. Baggs VTC pickup/preamp unit, richlite bridge/fingerboard and Grover tuners are also among notable features. For further info and a complete list of specs check HP 665 SB detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson HP 735 R is one of four dreadnought-shaped models in the five-piece HP series lineup. It is a square-shoulder flat-top with cutaway bod, L.R.Baggs Element VTC electronics unit, slim body depth, flatter neck profile, Grover tuning machines and Tusq nut & saddle. Antique Natural is the only available color option. For further info and a complete list of specs check HP 735 R detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
Gibson HP 835 Supreme is the most expensive HP model in 2017 Gibson Acoustic range, with price set at $3,349. Square-shouldered cutaway body (made of rosewood and spruce), mahogany neck (w/rosewood fingerboard on top), L.R. Baggs Session VTC pickup, gold-plated Grover tuners and bone nut & saddle make up this premium HP. For further info and a complete list of specs check HP 835 Supreme detail page on our site or Gibson Guitars` official web page.
